The Gunma Crane Thunders have lost their beloved athletic trainer and translator Takashi “T” Tanaka. The third-year franchise had played just 136 games in its history before the Matsusaka, Mie Prefecture, native passed away last Thursday. Internal bleeding in his brain triggered his death. ...

Steals generate excitement for fans of all ages. Fast breaks are often the result of these takeaways, whether they come from a tipped pass, a defender’s anticipation or a combination of things that create havoc. And steals are a stat that help measure a ...